This makes our earlier story stronger that for some weird ratings mania Channel Nine and the ACA team especially attacked one of the networks top rating shows personality with what is now looking like a mostly incorrect statement that Gordon Ramsay slandered Tracy Grimshaw by calling her a “Lesbian” in front of a crowd of the faithful at the Melbourne Food Festival. It has been proven by multiple witnesses and other media that this is not the case, yes Gordon Ramsay did make fun of Tracy Grimshaw which obviously was a low blow but the primary driving and sensational reason for Tracy Grimshaw’s vigorous and aggressive attack on Gordon Ramsay was that she stated he called her a “Lesbian” and in her own words she is most certainly not.

A great deal of Channel Nines airtime has now been wasted and also it appears the news staff also have reported upon this as a victory now that Gordon Ramsay has apologised. But why are we so obsessed with Gordon’s language, is this not one of the reasons why people flock to see his shows? Gordon is a great chef, but really he is better known for his wordy if not colourful quips and mannerisms. We all seem to watch “Kitchen Nightmares” and flock around the water cooler or at the local coffee shop to chat about the previous night’s episode, we accept the language as it is used in context. Maybe there is a little more language added for effect but if Australia and the world have been upset by this then the show would not work and be off the air. Channel Nine even defended the show after its initial and subsequent seasons, which begs us to wonder why this attack was kept up.

And our Prime Minister Kevin Rudd had to put his 2 cents worth into this as the advocate for all, why? What could possibly be his political drive here, perhaps he is now going to censor what Australian want to view or even say. I myself do not swear (as much as possible) in earshot of females, but Gordon Ramsay is from a country where the dropping of the F – Bomb is not generally offensive, it is a common part of the language.

When this is all reviewed it reminds me of Brendan Behams quotation that in the theatrical or television industry “There is no such thing as bad publicity except your own obituary” and I think history will prove this to be true for both Channel Nines ACA program and Gordon Ramsays’ continuing adventures.

Apparently at the Melbourne Food Festival (Melbourne Australia) during one of the chef presentations Gordon Ramsay has been accused of apparently calling Tracy Grimshaw (from Channel Nine’s A Current Affair program) a “lesbian” as the excerpt from the AAP article below shows. Why not have a read and then I will continue?

From Internet article resulting from interview with Ms Grimshaw

June 9 2009

Tracy Grimshaw slams Gordon Ramsay over ‘lesbian’ jibe

They’ve never been friends. He’s an “arrogant narcissist” and a bully. And no, she’s not gay. So says Tracy Grimshaw, host of the Nine Network’s A Current Affair program, who has hit back after being publicly denigrated by celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay in Melbourne on Saturday. Before an audience of several thousand people at the Melbourne Good Food and Wine Show, following an interview with Grimshaw the previous day, Ramsay described her as “a lesbian”. He then showed a picture of a woman, who appeared naked. The woman was posed on her hands and knees but had multiple breasts and the facial features of a pig. “That’s Tracy Grimshaw,” he said. “I had an interview with her yesterday, holy crap. She needs to see Simon Cowell’s Botox doctor.” Ramsay’s publicist later said the comments were a joke and that Ramsay and Grimshaw had a good relationship. Ramsay made further digs at the A Current Affair host in his appearances at the show on Sunday and yesterday. Grimshaw was having none of it, returning fire with a withering editorial during her show last night. She said Ramsay and his publicist asked before her interview that she not ask about his private life – Ramsay’s image has taken a battering after an alleged extra-marital affair made headlines earlier this year. “… Gordon Ramsay made me promise not to ask on Friday about his private life. He then got on stage on Saturday and made some very clear and uninformed insinuations about mine,” Grimshaw told viewers. “Obvious Gordon thinks that any woman who doesn’t find him attractive must be gay. “For the record, I don’t. And I’m not.” Grimshaw told Fairfax Radio today that the personal attack upset her and her mother. “It upset my mother and when you upset my mother you upset me,” she said. This contributed to her decision to respond. “Mum was upset for me, she was upset that someone would attack me like that so I thought, dammit, I’ll have a bit of a crack back at him,” she said. The comments were no joke, she said last night. “Truly, I wonder how many people would laugh if they were effectively described as an old, ugly pig,” she said. Grimshaw said she had considered not responding to Ramsay’s comments. “But we all know that bullies thrive when no one takes them on, and I’m not going to sit meekly and let some arrogant narcissist bully me.” She said she had no idea what prompted Ramsay’s spray. “Gordon Ramsay has always had fair and generous treatment on this program but, despite what his publicist said in damage control, we do not have a great relationship. We do not have a relationship at all,” she said. “I’ve played along with him in interviews because it’s entertaining, and that’s my job, and I walk away afterwards and I don’t think about him again.” Grimshaw told Fairfax Radio she did not expect an apology from Ramsay. “I don’t want one, I don’t care – there’s nothing more he can do to me now and he can’t make it better,” she said. “I’m not interested in speaking to the bloke again – I can’t imagine any circumstances where I would want to interview him again.” AAP

I find this interesting that channel Nine is the only television network appears to have any level of interest in this story, this smacks of a ratings grab for attention.
It would be normal that if any professional media or otherwise was too had been slandered in this manner they would have taken swift legal action against Gordon Ramsay. As for the ACA programs airing of exclusive behind the scenes bad behaviour, what went to air appeared to be out of context moments and thanks to Tivo I was able to watch many of the sections over which made me sure that there is no substance to this beat up.

You know Australians are renowned for their sense of humour and ability to laugh at themselves, this is one instance where the Nine network need to take a good look at themselves. If there has never been a showing of the ACA program that has never made fun or light of anyone, be an Aussie and take it on the chin and perhaps just give a smart quip back next time.

Map of vegetarian restaurants in Melbourne, Australia. http://veggiemap.110mb.com

Taken from Animals Matter, broadcast on channel 31 Melbourne 2005. http://www.animalsmatter.com.au/

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Map of vegetarian restaurants in Melbourne, Australia. http://veggiemap.110mb.com

Taken from Animals Matter, broadcast on channel 31 Melbourne 2005. http://www.animalsmatter.com.au/

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As the name suggests Steakhouse is all about the steak.
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On a sunny day, be sure to dine outside. Its the prime position to relax and watch Melbournes port go about its business. At night, the surrounding view transforms into a beautiful scene of scattered lights dancing off the waters surface.
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Part one of three fabulous weeks of recipes! Get excited folks! The recipes will be up on my Spogg profile page later today!

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Music: Angus & Julia Stone – Private Lawns

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Instalaciones:
El alojamiento ha sido diseñado pensando en los huéspedes que se alojan por negocios o por vacaciones. Ofrece 317 estudios lujosamente dotados y apartamentos de 1 o 2 dormitorios con todo lo necesario. A su disposición tendrá vestíbulo, ascensor, restaurante, servicio de lavandería (de pago) y aparcamiento (por un cargo adicional), además de 3 salas de conferencias de vanguardia y un patio descubierto donde se pueden celebrar eventos de un máximo de 250 personas.

Habitaciones:
Podrá disfrutar de lujos adicionales como habitaciones con unas vistas impresionantes del río Yarra y equipos estéreo individuales. Todas las habitaciones disponen de cuarto de baño privado con ducha, secador de pelo, TV por cable/satélite, radio, conexión a Internet, cocina con nevera, microondas, cafetera/tetera, set de plancha y aire acondicionado regulable.

Deporte y ocio:
El apartotel cuenta con una piscina de entrenamiento cubierta y climatizada, así como con gimnasio completo, spa y sauna.

Comidas:
Podrá elegir entre 2 restaurantes, el Alexi’s on Market y el R2 Restaurante y Bar, que ofrecen unos platos deliciosos para los clientes del hotel y el público general. El Alexi’s Restaurant está situado en la planta baja, junto a la recepción, y tiene capacidad para 80 personas. También cuenta con una sección privada llamada ‘Chef’s Table’ (la mesa del chef), que tiene capacidad para 8 comensales y es ideal para una velada en privado.

Otra información:
El hotel ofrece 3 salas de conferencias de vanguardia y un patio descubierto donde se pueden celebrar eventos de un máximo de 250 personas.

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Facilities:
Right in the heart of the city, this hotel combines stylish accommodation, luxurious facilities and warm, friendly service with the most commanding Melbourne address. With some of the city’s largest guest rooms, a stunning lobby overlooking the City Square, an eclectic art collection and award-winning bars and restaurant, it has established itself as one of the country’s premier hotels. The air-conditioned hotel features 262 guest rooms as well as a 24-hour reception desk, a hotel safe, currency exchange facilities, lift access, conference facilities and room and laundry services. Guests arriving by private vehicle may leave them in the hotels car park.

Rooms:
Guests can choose from Westin and City View Rooms or the larger Deluxe, Studio and Regent Suites. The guest rooms are uncluttered and contemporary, with soft tones and classic furnishings. Natural light floods through full length windows offering wonderful views. All guest rooms offer luxurious bathrooms with separate baths and showers, complete with indulgent overhead drenching showers and additional massage rose. Further room facilities include a hairdryer, satellite TV, a minibar, tea and coffee making facilities and a room safe. All the rooms are fitted with individually adjustable air conditioning units.

Sports/Entertainment:
The hotel has its own indoor swimming pool, as well as a Jacuzzi, sauna and steam room. The state-of-the-art gym is open 24-hours allowing guests to decide when the best time is to work away the day’s stresses. Massage treatments complete the facilities.

Meals:
Stylish, yet informal, Allegro is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. It offers innovative à la carte dining and a comprehensive wine list. The Martini Bar is one of Melbourne’s most chic bars. Open from approximately 5 pm till late, Monday to Saturday. The Lobby Lounge offers a relaxing atmosphere for guests to settle into a club chair by the open fire place and read a book from the hotel library.

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One glance at a map and it’s obvious Melbourne is a planned city: a tidy, balanced grid of neatly angled streets. But beneath this sense of restraint lies a restless creative energy. Discover the work of talented local artists, architects and designers in stylish fashion boutiques, buzzing laneway cafes, hidden galleries and trendy bars.

Melbourne is a city of style and sophistication, with an inviting cosmopolitan atmosphere. It is a melting pot of cultures reflected in its microcosm of restaurants, cafes, bistros and bars. Melbourne’s dining offers a dizzying spread of great cuisines, serving meals from the substantial and classic to the truly exotic.

From locally designed originals to the best of international fashion brands you’ll be spoilt for choice in Melbourne’s shopping precincts. Explore the inner city shopping centres and the city’s myriad of arcades and laneways.

The CBD is made up of many precincts – enclaves with their own distinct flavour and charm. Some are just a lane or two, while others cover a suburb or a busy CBD street. Spend time experiencing the richness of Melbourne’s different cultures from the Greek Quarter around Lonsdale Street, Italian in Lygon street, Vietnamese in Victoria Street to the Chinese culture in Chinatown and the upmarket Paris End of Collins Street.

Leave time to admire the elegant Victorian-era streetscapes, take in a film or food festival and add a visit to one of the many galleries and opulent theatres.

Please take me to Australia – find photos, videos, accommodation, sightseeing, tours, car rentals, package holidays and attractions around Australia. A total solution for your holiday, vacation or travel plans.

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